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Flights from Zurich to Beijing
There are no direct flights from Zurich to Beijing. The easiest way is one stop via Munich or Paris, about 12h 29m door to door.
No direct flights · 6 connection options From 12h 29m
Zurich to Beijing at a glance
Fastest journey12h 29mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Munich or Paris
Best ways to fly from Zurich to Beijing
Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.
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ZRH Shanghai (PVG) BJS
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, SWISS · Leg 2: Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines
Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.
Good to know
- Distance
- 7,982 km4,957 miles
- Journey time
- 12h 29mestimate
- Time difference
- +7hBeijing vs Zurich
- Currency in Beijing
- CNY
- Airports
- ZRH → PKX, PEK
Flights from Zurich to Beijing: questions answered
Are there direct flights from Zurich to Beijing?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Munich, Paris and Shanghai. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Zurich to Beijing?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 12h 29m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 7,982 km.
Where do you change planes between Zurich and Beijing?
The best connecting points are Munich (MUC), Paris (CDG), Shanghai (PVG) and Seoul (ICN). Air Dolomiti flies both legs via Munich, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Zurich and Beijing?
Zurich: Zürich Airport (ZRH). Beijing: Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
What is the time difference between Zurich and Beijing?
Beijing is 7 hours ahead of Zurich.





